*Photo by Shane Rounce on Unsplash A support system is an important consideration when it comes to the treatment of your bipolar disorder. What comes to mind when I say support system? A support system does not solely consist of the people in your life. Tools and coping techniques help make up your support system as well. The…
Whether you live with bipolar disorder or not, it’s important to find some time to downshift from the fast-paced speed of life. Bipolar disorder is an illness of extremes. These extremes—and intensity of symptoms—vary between individuals. I follow a treatment plan and crisis plan to help manage my bipolar disorder. It is a game plan for my treatment. The dictionary defines…
Minimalism is a movement that has gained popularity in recent years. It caught my attention, and I have implemented some of the philosophies that define the minimalist lifestyle. Lifestyle is the key term to look at regarding minimalism. It is a concept where you live your life by a certain set of standards and values….
A long-term treatment goal can be extremely beneficial to an individual living with bipolar disorder. Goals should be a part of your treatment. When it comes to short-term and long-term treatment goals, both are not created equal. It depends on what you are trying to accomplish, how you define the goal, and how much time you have…
Through the years, I found the importance of regular exercise to improve both my physical health and mental health. Personally, it comes right after my sleep and daily medication. My Journey to Better Physical Health Don’t get me wrong. I am NOT saying that exercise should take the place of your medication. I use daily exercise to help manage my bipolar disorder. Getting…
By Nancy Ryerson For those living with bipolar disorder, the right combination of medication, therapy, and stress management can be life-changing. But bipolar disorder is a very individualized condition: no one treatment works best for everyone. It can take several years for some people with bipolar disorder to find the most effective treatment regimen. Tragically, people diagnosed with bipolar also…
*Photo by Samuel Ramos on Unsplash It has been a few years since I first learned of ketamine infusions as a treatment option for specific mental illnesses. In fact, in the beginning, I remember it being used solely for unipolar depression. Nowadays, Ketamine treatments have been used to provide patients with relief from a host…
Living with bipolar disorder is a daily battle. Each day is a continual battle in this ongoing war with bipolar disorder. A treatment plan is a roadmap to help manage your illness from day to day. To deal with the daily onslaught of bipolar disorder, you need a strong arsenal to defend yourself. Many individuals…
Am I Really A “Sissy” For Following My Wellness And Treatment Plan? I recently posted a video on Facebook talking about breaking the stigma of pill shaming. I rarely use Facebook like the other social media platforms. This was an exception because the video perfectly depicted my thoughts. Fast forward to the next day and…